Cheryl took part in a pilot episode and is now tipped to take up a role on the new show instead of The X Factor.

A source told The Sun newspaper today: "Cheryl loves X Factor but she enjoyed filming the pilot for new ­BBC ­programme and loved it. The show feels fresh and because it’s a new ­format she is excited by that.

"Dance has always been a passion for her so it feels right for her.”

With Cheryl seemingly out of the picture, 2015 judge Rita has been touted for a possible return.